Customs Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Customs Coordinator to enhance their Logistics Team in Manchester. This role involves managing import/export activities and ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in customs requirements, particularly for UK and EU imports, and experience with the CDS system. You will be pivotal in minimizing duty liabilities while maintaining compliance, making this a vital role for the company's growth. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of logistics operations while enjoying a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Imports / Exports and Customs Compliance.
• Familiarity with UK & EU customs formalities.

Responsibilities

• Manage import/export activities and ensure compliance with HMRC.
• Communicate with customers and customs authorities to resolve queries.

Skills

Knowledge of customs requirements

Experience with CDS system

HMRC amendment and reclaim experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Due to company growth, we are currently seeking an experienced Customs Coordinator to join our client's Logistics Team at their Manchester branch.

Customs Coordinator duties include:

1. Manage import/export activities, ensuring compliance with HMRC and relevant authorities using business systems.
2. Communicate with customers, suppliers, agents, and customs authorities to resolve queries.
3. Minimize duty liabilities while ensuring HMRC compliance.
4. Liaise with legal counsel on export controls and licensing.
5. Handle high-volume data entry and customs entry amendments with HMRC.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Imports / Exports, Customs Compliance, and regulations.

Skills & Experience Required:

1. Knowledge of customs requirements and formalities with particular focus on UK & EU imports.
2. Experience with CDS system for both Imports and Exports.
3. HMRC amendment and reclaim experience.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Experience in road transport, logistics, or haulage, and knowledge of transit procedures and ETSF would be advantageous but is not essential.

In return, the successful Customs Coordinator will receive a salary of £26,000 - £28,000, depending on experience.

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